From Our Community Partners:
"I believe that in order for students to be successful, they need an adult who believes in them and an adult with whom they can connect. Through the musical, Project SUCCESS provides hundreds of opportunities for students to connect with adults who care. The students of Anwatin are better off because of Project SUCCESS. I am a better teacher because of Project SUCCESS. I love that my students have exposure to caring people and great theater experiences and I fully support Project SUCCESS and their work.
-Sarah Walquist, Teacher
AnwatinMiddle School
"Project SUCCESS makes the classroom a place dedicated to the visions and futures of children in ways it is difficult for a teacher alone to accomplish. This is the aspect I am most thankful for...a service I never allowed myself to anticipate because it is so ideal, so perfectly aligned with the needs of our children."
-George Roberts, Former English Teacher
North High School, Minneapolis
"Our students, many of whom are at risk of failure, need much more goal-oriented counseling than schools can normally provide. We have only one school counselor for 420 kids. The theater and standards-based aspect of the workshops will be valuable, but equally important is the component that gets kids focused on knowing what their own goals are, and how to move ahead to reach them."
-Mary Williams, Principal
Humboldt Junior High
"Project SUCCESS delivers on its promises of providing equal access to services for all students and families at Washington. Through Project SUCCESS, our very diverse group of students has enjoyed increased school success by having increased motivation to do well in school. A major part of our School Continuous Improvement Plan is to engage students and their families academically. Project SUCCESS has provided major assistance in that goal and the results have been demonstrated by higher student achievement and more engaged families."
-Dr. Mike McCollor, Principal
WashingtonTechnologyMagnetMiddle School, Saint Paul
"My students look forward to the workshops every month. They get excited just seeing Ms. Reuben in the halls. She makes them think about things they have never thought about before. She challenges them, and pushes them to take risks. Overall, Washington is extremely fortunate to have Project SUCCESS. I only hope other schools will receive the same programs, and that we may be involved in Project SUCCESS for years to come."
-Suzie Myhre, Language Arts Teacher
WashingtonTechnologyMagnetMiddle School, Saint Paul
"Project SUCCESS is filling a void in the lives of young people, a serious void that must be filled in order that our students can look forward to meaningful, productive lives."
-Cheryl Creecy, Former Deputy Superintendent
Minneapolis Public Schools
"I am absolutely delighted to have the privilege of welcoming thousands of Project SUCCESS students and their families to the Guthrie each year. It is especially gratifying for me personally to know and to trust that the experiences these students have at the Guthrie become the seed for their own imaginations to take over – and are put to use for thoughtful and careful planning of their own lives."
-Sheila Livingston, Co-Director Education and Community Partnerships
Guthrie Theater
From Our Students:
"Project SUCCESS helped me really figure out my dreams and how to achieve them."
"I went from C's to B's."
"It helped me feel better about myself."
"They taught me to let my voice be heard."
"Project SUCCESS incorporated important information with really fun activities. I looked forward to Project SUCCESS days."
"Project SUCCESS helped me feel like I could do what I wanted to and made me feel a lot better about college."
"Project SUCCESS was the first 'group of people' that made me put my goals on paper and made them a lot more realistic for me."
"I enjoyed the books for looking at careers. That really motivated me."
"I actually took it into my own hands and changed my future."
"It's fun, informational, and gives us a chance to make our own decisions for our future."
"It helps you out and gets you ready, not scared...ready to go."
"Project SUCCESS helped me focus on my goals and stay with it."
"Project SUCCESS helped me to not feel so overwhelmed and know I can get it all done."
"Project SUCCESS inspired me to research colleges, where I first heard of St. Thomas, where they took me on a tour, where I was accepted. They helped and encouraged me to find scholarships; I will now be attending St. Thomas for free because of the City of Minneapolis scholarship."
"Project SUCCESS believes in me."
"Project SUCCESS taught me everything I know."
"Project SUCCESS showed me that in order to survive I need an education."
"Project SUCCESS opened me to new possibilities."
"Project SUCCESS helped me by doing activities to help me set my mind to do my dream."
"What I like about Project SUCCESS are the class activities, which are really fun and I have a great time."
"What I like best about Project SUCCESS is when we play games and learn more about yourself and other people from different cultures."
"Project SUCCESS helped me set goals and inspire me to reach them."
"Project SUCCESS said never give up on your dreams."
"Project SUCCESS helped me to get along with others better."
